SOCIAL WORKER GRADE 1

SOCIAL WORKER GRADE 1

SOCIAL WORKER GRADE 1

• Reference Number : refs/020879
• Directorate : SOCIAL SERVICES
• Number of Posts : 2

• Package : R 308.247.00 (PLUS SERVICER BENEFITS)
• Enquiries : Ms MJ Shingange (011) 933 8418

Requirements :

• Appropriate qualification that allows registration with the South African Council for Social Service Professions (SACSSP) as a Social Worker. Registration Certificate with SACSSP and current registration to practice for the current financial year 2024/2025. The applicant must be computer literate and in possession of a valid South African driver’s licence. COMPETENCY/ SKILLS AND KNOWLEDGE: counselling, communication, planning, organising, problem solving, time management, stress management, conflict resolution and ability to work in a multidisciplinary team. Knowledge and understanding of the South African Legislation pertaining to social services. Diversity management: must be able to work effectively, cooperatively, amicable with persons of diverse intellectual, cultural, racial, or religious differences. Internship / practicum placement at a Health setting – Hospital or Primary Health Care Facility will be an added advantage.

APPLY HERE:

https://gpgjobcentre.gauteng.gov.za/Public/ViewJob.aspx?u=wzeKlTBE3oNkRhRduGiRsQ==

Duties :

• : Render Social work services regarding care, support, protection, development of vulnerable individuals, groups, families, and communities through the relevant programs. Attend to any other matter that could result in, or stem from, social instability in any form. Keep up to date with new developments in the social work and social welfare fields. This would, inter alia, entail the following: Study professional journals and publications to ensure that cognizance is taken of new developments. Monitor and study the social services legal and policy framework continuously. Engage in continuous professional development activities as prescribed. Perform all the administrative functions required of the job. The applicant should be willing to work in different areas of the Hospital including Psychiatric Unit as per Rotation cycle or as in when allocated.

Notes :

• Applications should be uploaded online at www.gautengonline.gov.za or http://professionaljobcentre.gpg.gov.za.No faxed application or hand delivery will be considered Applications must be submitted on the new Z83 form. The application form is obtainable from any Public Service Department or on the internet at www.dpsa.gov.za/documents. The new Z83 must be fully completed (Please refer on the left side of Z83 special notes for clarity) and must be initialled and signed. On the Z83 application form, the Department where position was advertised should state Department of Health. According to Department of Public Service and Administration (DPSA) Circular 19 of 2022, applicants are not required to submit copies of qualifications, service certificate and other relevant documents on application. Z83 form must be accompanied by recently updated detailed Curriculum Vitae. All experience should be in a chronological order. The experience on the Curriculum Vitae must contain the institution, position and dates (DD/MM/YYYY) indicating the starting and ending period to be able to calculate the years of experience. The information on the new Z83 must be in sync/correspond with the Curriculum Vitae. Only shortlisted candidates will be required/requested to submit certified copies of qualifications, service certificate and other relevant documents on or before the interview. Candidates in possession of a foreign qualification will be required to furnish the Department with an evaluation certificate from the South African Qualifications Authority (SAQA). HR will conduct Personnel Suitability Checks (PSC) and Verification Checks. The Department reserve the right to conduct verification beyond information provided, where necessary. Failure to submit all the relevant information mentioned above with the exception of HR verification checks, will result in the candidate being disqualify. If you have not been contacted within three (3) months after the closing date, please accept that your application was unsuccessful. The recommended candidate may be subjected to medical surveillance as required by the Occupational Health and Safety Act, Act 5/1993. CHBAH reserves the right to utilize practical exercises/tests for non-SMS positions during the recruitment process to determine the suitability of candidates for the post(s). The Department reserve the right not to fill the post. The Gauteng Department of Health is guided by the principles of Employment Equity. People with disabilities are encouraged apply.

Employer : Department of Health

Location : CHRIS HANI BARAGWANATH ACADEMIC HOSPITAL (CHBAH)

Closing Date : 19-07-2024

Please Notes :

• Due to the large number of applications we envisage receiving, applications will not be acknowledged. If you do not receive any response within 3 months, please accept that your application was not successful.